2025届高考英语二轮复习 专题十六 七选五（含解析）
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专题十六 七选五
一、基础练习
1.
How to Sleep Better at Night
As we all know, a good sleep helps us relax and it also makes us energetic again. However, some of us have trouble with sleep at night. Lack (缺少) of sleep can cause illnesses. How can we improve our night’s sleep ① .
● Take exercise during the day
② . It can reduce stress and help us feel more relaxed. But don’t take exercise right before bedtime as exercise can make us too excited to fall asleep.
● Don’t use electronic products before bedtime
Before bedtime, some of us have a habit of using electronic products to surf the Internet, listen to music or watch movies. It’s bad for our health to do these activities before bedtime. ③ . Experts suggest we should stop using electronic products at least an hour before we go to bed.
● ④______.
When we sleep with lights on, our brain will think it’s still daytime. It will take us longer time to fall asleep and we will rest less. So it’s wise to sleep with lights off.
● Keep worries away
Some of us have difficulty in falling asleep because of worries. Instead of lying awake, we can write down the things that make us worried and make a list of things to do. ⑤ .
A. Don’t sleep with lights on
B. Don’t make any noise at night
C. Here are some tips to improve it
D. Taking exercise is good for our sleep
E. There is no way to solve all these problems
F. In this way we can keep worries away and sleep better
G. These activities will keep our brain active and prevent sleep
2.
How Can I Fight Laziness
Lazy people will never amount to anything in life. However, laziness can be defeated once a few changes have been made in your mind.
①________ Many people lack sleep constantly, since they stay up too late and get up too early to prepare for work. These people have little motivation once they arrive home. By adjusting your sleep schedule to provide a few more hours of meaningful sleep, you can fight laziness throughout the day.
Another way to fight laziness is to change your mind from passive to active. Some people treat their lives as if they were pushed from task to task. Others take a more proactive approach, viewing each task as a challenge they must overcome alone. ②________
Some people fight laziness by removing the temptations that surround them. A television in the living room may provide entertainment, but watching too much TV often contributes to laziness. ③________ Complete a few tasks and entertain yourself with what you enjoy, such as a good dinner or a film.
Laziness can also be a lasting problem at home. Couples and children may all have different energy levels, but laziness can be spread if not dealt with immediately. ④________ Be the first to collect and wash dishes after a meal. Others in the home may eventually follow your example and perform their own task. It is difficult to practice laziness when you are surrounded by motivated people.
⑤________ Enough exercise and a balanced diet can help you to develop a healthy lifestyle, thus enabling you to have more energy and help lift your spirits.
A.Laziness appears when you no longer feel in charge of your own mind.
B.To fight family laziness, set an example.
C.Knowing how to fight laziness is important.
D.Doing sports regularly can help you fight laziness.
E.One way to fight laziness is to get a good night’s rest.
F.With a positive attitude, you will be able to achieve your goal.
G.Create a reward system for yourself, just as parents do for the children.
3. Positive emotions don't just feel good—they're good for you. Research shows that people feel and do their best when they experience at least three times as many positive emotions as negative ones. Here are some ways to increase positive emotions in everyday life.
①_______ Make a list. Add new emotions as you notice them. You also can look over your list of emotions at the end of the day and write down when you felt different positive emotions. Did you feel proud after playing well on the soccer field ②_______ Tracking these positive emotions helps us be more aware of the positive feelings we already experience, and the situations or activities that bring them.
Identify a positive emotion you want to increase. ③_______ Think of situations or activities you've experienced that made you aware of your joy. Write down as many as you can. Focus on small, simple things, like a song that makes you feel joyful whenever you hear it. Any time you notice you're feeling joyful, consider adding that situation or activity to your list.
Sometimes we forget the way back to feeling positive. We might need a reminder that can lead us back to a happier emotional place. ④_______ A positivity box is a collection of reminders of positive experiences we've had. These reminders bring back the feelings associated with the good moments in our lives, our strengths, joys and accomplishments, the fun we've had, the books or music that have meaning for us, the people who are important to us. ⑤_______
A. It's a positivity "treasure chest".
B. Let's say you want to feel more joy.
C. Happy to see a film with your best friend
D. That's when a positivity box is really helpful.
E. Happy when your friends remembered your birthday
F. Collect things that remind you of positive emotional moments.
G. Name the positive emotions you've experienced in your daily life.
4.
Wisdom is a remarkable accumulation of experience, knowledge, and sound judgement. It is not merely a desirable quality but an absolute necessity in a world filled with challenges, controversy, and polarization. ①______ It shines our way ahead towards the best decisions.
Growing up with fairy tales and fantasy movies, I always associated wisdom with Gandalf, Yoda,and Albus Dumbledore. The truth is that there is more to wisdom than this, although these characters have given every one of us many important lessons. ②______ And how
Variety is more than the spice of life. Embarking on new experiences is also an avenue for acquiring wisdom. You will never grow from being in your comfort zone which is why you need to get out of it. Do change your routine and experience as much as what life takes you to! In fact, there're always several sides to a life story. To identify the truth, you need to be receptive to different views. Never base your perspective on the most popular opinions. ③______ Instead, train your mind to be a judgment-free space for ideas. Open-mindedness opens new pathways to profound insights.
What if you are desperate for personal growth and improvement A shortcut to do that is to have wise people as your tutors, with whom the more time you spend, the more transfer of knowledge there will be. Your tutors can be whoever is wiser than you. ④______
⑤______ Remember developing wisdom is beyond a destination. It is important to acknowledge that it takes a span of your life and continuous effort to mature in wisdom as you navigate life's challenges.
A. Nor is it emotion-based.
B. Rome wasn't built in a day.
C. It isn't something you are born with.
D. Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.
E. Indeed, individuals need to possess bits of wisdom itself.
F. In order to navigate in it, wisdom becomes our guiding light.
G. Yet prior to that, engage in dialogue with them to find out why.
二、能力提升
5.
Here’s the bad news: misunderstanding about masculinity (男子汉气概) is hurting males and making it hard for them to maintain friendships. ① _____ . They listen to each other. They read each other’s emotions. However, they tend to hide their true feelings in their late teenage because society expects them to be tough.② _____.
Don’t blame yourself. You are a product of a society that expects very particular things of masculinity. So stop blaming yourself.③ _____. If you accept your own desire for close relationship in your life, you will find the friendship.
Get involved at tough moments. Boys sometimes are worried whether they might appear too curious about their friends’ private matters.④ _____. But if you get involved at such moments, you will open the door to all kinds of growth in your relationship. So take the opportunity to show them that they matter by following up.
⑤ _____ . Researchers say that the No. 1 thing that helps children (especially boys) grow up to have enriching friendships is to be close with adult relatives who are not afraid to express their emotions. So, if you have expressive grownup relatives, try to be close to them. They can serve as role models for you to show your true feelings in a better way.
A. Look at masculinity critically
B. So here is what they should do
C. Get close to expressive adults in your life
D. You need to face something really disturbing
E. Instead, focus on undoing hurtful and restricting belief systems
F. It is especially true when their friends are sharing something tough
G. The good news is that boys are born caring and loving, just as girls do
6.
Breaking the Habit of People-Pleasing
If you feel like you may be a people-pleaser, you’re not alone. Most people have a growing desire for pleasing others.① _____ It can also result in weak boundaries, problems with decision-making, and low self-worth. For that reason, it’s important to recognize and overcome your own people-pleasing behaviors. Here are simple exercises that you can start working on today.
1. Practice being alone
② _____ Trust that people will not abandon you, even if you don’t drop everything for them. Believing you are lovable for who you are, not what you do. Practice this by going to a movie or restaurant alone.
2. Keep plans with yourself
③ _____ Otherwise, you are sending a message to your brain that a plan you make with yourself does not hold as much value as a plan you make with someone else. Don’t break any plans you make with yourself, whether it’s going to the gym or studying for an exam.
3. Practice saying “no”
If you’re a people-pleaser you may find it hard to say “no” because you feel it comes across as cruel or uncaring.④ _____ Be clear, be direct, and use “I” statements. Try statements like: “I would really love to be able to help you, but unfortunately, I’m already committed at that time.”
By consistently integrating these strategies into your life, I’m confident you’ll break your people-pleasing habits.⑤ _____ This will yield an overall improvement in self-confidence and life satisfaction.
A. So it is not necessary to say no.
B. But it absolutely does not have to.
C. Learn to love your own company.
D. You’ll develop more healthy, interdependent relationships.
E. You are not confident about the plans you make with yourself.
F. Your own plans are as important as plans you make with others.
G. People-pleasing behavior can lead to mental and physical problems.
7.
Most of us assume those hyper-achievers who are always able to squeeze in their workout, eat healthy foods and pick their kids up on time must have superhuman self-control. But science points to a different answer:①________ The only catch is that building good habits takes effort and insight. Thankfully, here are a few research-backed steps that can set you on the path to where you want to be.
1. Set a specific goal
The way you define the goal you hope to turn into a habit does matter. Goals like “meditate regularly” are too abstract, research has shown.② ________Don’t say “I’ll meditate regularly. “ Say, “I’ll meditate for 15 minutes each day. “This is actually key to habit formation, making the task easy to carry out, but it’s often overlooked.
2. Create a detailed, cue-based plan
③________Scientists have proven that you’ll make more progress toward your goal if you decide not just what you’ll do, but when and where you’ll be cued to do it. Making this kind of plan reduces the chances you’ll forget to follow through because the when and where in your plan will serve as cues to action.
A plan like “I’ll study Spanish for 30 minutes every weekday” is OK. But a detailed, cue-based plan like “Every workday after my last meeting, I’ll spend 30 minutes studying Spanish in my office” is more likely to stick as a habit.
3. ④ ________
We’re strongly influenced by the behaviors of the people around us, evidence shows. Want to start running regularly You’re probably better off joining an established running club than asking a few friends who aren’t yet in the habit of jogging to get in shape with you.
However, it’s important not to get too crazy - if you try to train with marathoners when you’re just hoping to work up to a 5K, it can be discouraging.
4. Make it fun to repeat
Research has shown you’ll persist longer and ultimately achieve more if you focus on finding ways to make goal pursuit fun. One excellent way is to try “temptation bundling”. Research shows that temptation bundling improves follow-through; it transforms goal pursuit into a source of pleasure, not pain.⑤ ________
A. Find the right kind of social support.
B. Tell your friends and family about your goals.
C. What we mistake for willpower is often a natural outcome of habit.
D. You’ll benefit from being more specific about what exactly you aim to do and how often.
E. Having a bite-size objective makes it less daunting to get started and easier to see your progress.
F. Now you have established a specific goal, it’s time to think about what will cue you to follow through.
G. For example, watch your favorite show while at the gym or enjoy a beloved podcast while cooking healthy meals.
8.
Learning how to live your life with purpose can lead to a sense of general contentment. But the process requires plenty of self-reflection and finding where your passions lie. The following strategies can help you reveal or find your purpose.
Listen to feedback
You probably like to do many different things and the things you love to do may have become so rooted in your life that you don't realize how important those things are.
①______ . You might choose to reach out to people and ask what reminds them of you. Start conversations with new people
It's easy to browse(浏览) social media while you' re alone on the subway or sitting at a bar waiting for a friend. ②______ . Instead, take the time to talk to the people around you. Ask them if they are working on any projects. You might discover new activities to explore or different places to visit. And those activities might be key to helping you find your purpose.
③______
Many people have their pet causes that surround an injustice. Is there anything that makes you deeply unhappy to think about It might be animal welfare or a particular civil rights issue. Perhaps the idea of senior citizens spending the holidays alone makes you weepy. ④______ . You might find your career gives you the ability and some time to afford to help a cause you feel passionate about.
Discover what you love to do
Do you absolutely love musical theater Your skills might be best put to use in a way that brings live performances to children who can benefit from exposure to the arts. Consider what type of skills, talents, and passions you bring to the table. ⑤______ .
A. Resist that urge
B. Explore your interests
C. Consider injustices that bother you
D. You don't necessarily have to engage in your purpose full-time
E. Fortunately, other people might be able to give you some insight
F. Sometimes, that road to finding your purpose has a few bends, forks, and stop lights
G. Then, brainstorm how you might turn your passion into something meaningful to you
三、拓展训练
9.
Watching a movie can be a magical experience, but do you know that the music in the films we watch has always been an important part of creating that magical experience ① _____ .
The first commercial film with sound came out in 1927.② _____ Even back in the early days of silent films，most movie theatres hired a musician or a group of musicians to provide music, mostly to drown out the sound of the film projectors (放映机) and people talking.
As sound-on-film technology developed, composers were hired to create original music for films. Like music written for an opera，film music serves to advance the story and the action.③ _____ In the same way, a film composer needs to support the screenplay’s storyline. The music also needs to reflect the screenplay’s mood, which includes everything from the action on the screen to sound effects to dialogue.
Music has a language of its own. The right piece of music can improve and sometimes even change a viewer’s ideas of what is taking place onscreen. Most of the time, music is used to stress the action onscreen, improve the mood of a scene, foreshadow action that is about to take place or even show the emotion of a character.④ _____ But in many instances the emotional power of the visuals would not be as great were it not for the music.
⑤ _____ Ask yourself, “How would this scene feel if the music were different Is the composer trying to tell me how I should feel Or are they merely pushing me in an emotional direction ”
A. So, how is the film music created
B. Without it, it would be hard to imagine the scene.
C. An opera composer must follow the text of the opera.
D. Usually, composers and filmmakers don’t want to overshadow a film.
E. So the next time you watch a movie, pay close attention to the music.
F. The music in a film makes you cheer for the hero and cry at the drama.
G. Since then, music has been powerfully linked to the movie-watching experience.
10.
There is little, it seems, that people won’t do for their pets. Americans spent $186bn on them last year, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, covering everything from food and vet visits to toys and grooming. That is more than they spent on childcare.
① Mars, a company best known for its chocolate bars, made two-thirds of its revenue last year from pet care. Besides owning the Royal Canin pet-food brand, the company also operates thousands of vet clinics. Nestle and Colgate, two other consumer-products giants, also make around a fifth of their revenue from their pet market.
Spending on pets rocketed through the COVID-19 pandemic. ② Between 2019 and 2023, pet spending grew by a compound annual rate of 11%, in nominal terms, compared with 6% for consumer spending overall and 5% for pet spending over the preceding decade. ③________
Unlike virtual yoga classes or meal-kit subscriptions, animals weren’t easy to drop once lockdowns ended. Consumers, wrestling lately with higher prices and a cooling job market, have been reluctant to employ tight budgets on their pets. Morgan Stanley, a bank, estimates pet spending in America, compared with other personal expenses, will grow by 2.5% this year. ④ The pet business proved similarly strong during the global financial crisis of 2007-2009.
And analysts hold the pet business will soon go viral again. Morgan Stanley forecasts that annual spending will rise to around $260bn by 2030, consistent with its pre-pandemic growth trend. ⑤ Owners increasingly see themselves as parents, not masters. “Pets have gone from the backyard to the living room to the bedroom,” says Loic Moutault, head of the pet division at Mars.
A．Plenty more growth is yet to come.
B．Catering to pets has become big business.
C．Owners are now giving their pets yummier food.
D．That is attracting plenty of newcomers to the pet industry.
E．It is well ahead of estimates for other spending like clothes.
F．Lonely people adopted animals and invested heavily in them at that time.
G．Behind that is a shift in the relationship between pets and humans.
11.
In Chinese traditional architecture, a skywell is an open courtyard or well-like space usually located at the heart of a building or group of buildings. ①________ Their designs often feature the classic Chinese dou gong overhangs to provide shade and collect water into a central basin.
Chinese skywells are so effective in cooling homes because they can control natural airing. Cool air is drawn into the building from the lower levels, and warm air escapes and rises through the upper levels. ②________
The skywell's layout and construction materials also help in thermal(热量的)regulation. During the day, the courtyard absorbs heat from the sun, acting as a thermal mass. ③________ This day-night cycle helps maintain a balanced and consistent temperature indoors.
Most traditional skywells include water features, such as fountains or ponds. A recent study has shown that the most significant part of a skywell's cooling effect comes from these water bodies. ④________ As water evaporates(蒸发)from these features, it absorbs heat from the surrounding air. This reduces the temperature within the courtyard and surrounding rooms.
⑤________ One fitting example is the National Heavy Vehicle Engineering Technology Research Centre in Jinan, an 18-story building that has a giant open space at its heart from the fifth floor to the top floor. The toilets, elevators, and meeting rooms surround this space. This enhances natural airing and natural energy consumption, according to the Shanghai-based CCDI Group.
A. This promotes fresh air flow, especially during hot summer days.
B. It is often a square surrounded by the building's rooms and wings.
C. This cooling was disadvantageous in regions with hot and dry climates.
D. It's probably why temperatures around them are 2.6℃ to 4.2℃ lower.
E. These wonders continue to inspire architects to seek sustainable solutions.
F. The magic of skywells stands as witnesses to the wisdom of ancient builders.
G. The stored heat is gradually released as the outdoor temperature drops at night.
12.
The psychological weight of regret can be a heavy burden, impacting mental wellbeing and influencing future decision- making. ①______ We will discover how, with the right mind- set, we can embrace regrets as stepping stones to a richer and more fulfilling life.
②______ But its contradiction lies in its potential to be a powerful force for positive change. Individuals who embrace, rather than hold back, their regrets are more likely to engage in adaptive behaviours and self- improvement.
The very existence of regret is a sign of our capacity for self- reflection and growth. ③______ In other words, it can help recognise that this complex emotion can be an activator for personal transformation.
Coping with regret requires a mix of emotional recovery, self- sympathy and proactive decision- making. ④______ Instead of focusing on what went wrong and blaming ourselves, consider what valuable insights and strengths we have gained from the experience.
In the grand tapestry（织锦） of life, regrets need not be seen as spots but as bright threads contributing to the richness of our personal accounts. Embracing regrets involves acknowledging their presence and understanding their differences. ⑤______ As we manage the complicated psychology of regret, let us remember that it is not the absence of regret that defines a life well lived, but the ability to learn, adapt and evolve in the face of it.
So, let us not fear our regrets, but rather, welcome them as companions on the path to a more authentic and fulfilling existence.
A. Regret is often associated with negative emotions.
B. Reorganizing narrative about regrets can improve the capacity.
C. Reflecting regularly is crucial in the journey to embrace regrets.
D. Treat ourselves with the same kindness we would offer to a friend.
E. Additionally, it contains transforming them into activator for growth.
F. Regret serves as a marker of our evolving understanding of ourselves.
G. But what if we could view it not as a source of pain but a guide to growth
答案以及解析
一、基础练习
1.答案：CDGAF
解析：①根据空前“How can we improve our night’s sleep (我们如何改善夜间睡眠呢？)”以及下文内容可知，空处应该回答空前问题，且引出下文。选项C“Here are some tips to improve it (这里有一些改进它的建议)”首先回答了空前问题，同时引出下文的各种改善夜间睡眠的方法，承上启下。故选C。
②根据空后内容“It can reduce stress and help us feel more relaxed.(它可以减轻压力，帮助我们感觉更放松)”可知，下文提到了“它”的好处。选项D “Taking exercise is good for our sleep(锻炼对我们的睡眠有好处)”提到了锻炼对睡眠有好处，其中的“taking exercise”即下文中的“it”，与下文内容一致。故选D。
③根据空前内容“Before bedtime, some of us have a habit of using electronic products to surf the Internet, listen to music or watch movies. It’s bad for our health to do these activities before bedtime.(睡前，我们中的一些人有使用电子产品上网，听音乐或看电影的习惯。睡前做这些活动对我们的健康有害)”可知，作者认为睡前使用电子产品上网对我们的健康有害。选项G“These activities will keep our brain active and prevent sleep(这些活动将使我们的大脑保持活跃，无法入睡)”是上文内容的延续，指的是睡前使用电子产品对睡眠的影响。故选G。
④空处为小标题，为本段主要内容。根据下文“When we sleep with lights on, our brain will think it’s still daytime. It will take us longer time to fall asleep and we will rest less. So it’s wise to sleep with lights off.(当我们开着灯睡觉时，我们的大脑会认为现在还是白天。我们会花更长的时间入睡，我们会休息得更少。所以关灯睡觉是明智的)”可知，作者在本段中建议我们睡觉时不要开灯。选项A“Don’t sleep with lights on(不要开着灯睡觉)”与本段内容相一致。故选A。
⑤根据空前“Some of us have difficulty in falling asleep because of worries. Instead of lying awake, we can write down the things that make us worried and make a list of things to do.(我们中的一些人因为担心而难以入睡。与其躺着睡不着，我们可以把让我们担心的事情写下来，列出要做的事情)”可知，作者建议我们因为担心而难以入睡时，可以把担心的事情写下来，并列出要做的事情。选项F“In this way we can keep worries away and sleep better(这样我们就可以远离烦恼，睡得更好)”是上文内容的延续，指出当我们写下担心的事情和要做的事情后，我们就会远离烦恼，而这也与本段小标题“keep worries away”相一致。故选F。
2.答案：①-⑤EAGBD
解析：①根据下文By adjusting your sleep schedule to provide a few more hours of meaningful rest可判断空格处的内容是:克服懒惰的一个方法就是有充足的睡眠。故选E项。
②根据上文Others take a more positive approach, viewing each task as a challenge they must overcome alone.可知,懒惰常常出现在你觉得自己无法掌控自己的生活的时候,故选A项。
③根据下文Complete a few tasks and reward yourself with what you enjoy, such as a good dinner or a film.可知,你需要为自己创造奖励制度,就像父母为孩子做的一样,故选G项。
④根据上文laziness can be spread if not dealt with immediately和下文Be the first to collect and wash dishes after a meal.可知,懒惰可能会传递给你的配偶或小孩,要发挥榜样作用,如果家里一个人干活的话,其他人也会去做自己的事情,故选B项。
⑤根据下文Enough exercise and a balanced diet can help you to develop a healthy lifestyle可知,经常锻炼可以帮助你对抗懒惰,故选D项。
3.答案：①-⑤GEBDA
解析：①段首句往往为主题句。本段主要讲述要列举你经历过得愉快情绪。所以G选项“说出你在日常生活中经历过的积极情绪”符合语境。故选G。
②承接上句,此处应该用疑问句的形式列举你经历过的愉快时刻。故E选项“当你的朋友记住了你的生日,你会感到高兴吗 ”符合语境。故选E。
③下文讲述的全是有关“joy”的话题,所以,B选项“假设你想要感受到更多的快乐”与下文语义衔接。故选B。
④根据下句中“A positivity box is a collection of reminders...”可知,D选项“这时积极情绪箱就很有用了”正好起到引出话题的作用,D选项中的“when”与本段首句中的“Sometimes”语义衔接。故选D。
⑤段尾句对上文有总结归纳的作用,本段描述“positivity box”的使用方法,空格的上句列举了各种愉快的事件或时刻,所以A选项“积极情绪箱是一个积极的‘宝箱’”是对上句的归纳和总结。故选A。
4.答案：①-⑤FEAGB
解析：这是一篇说明文，文章主要介绍了培养智慧的几个方法。
①根据空后“It shines our way ahead towards the best decisions.(它照亮了我们做出最佳决定的道路)”可知，F项“为了在其中航行，智慧成为我们的指路明灯”符合语境，F项中“guiding light”与下文的“shines our way”呼应，故选F。
②根据空后“And how (怎么做呢？)”以及下文讲述了培养智慧的具体方法可知，E项“的确，个人需要拥有一点本身的智慧”与下文是顺接关系，符 合语境，故选E。
③上文“Never base your perspective on the most popular opinions.(永远不要把你的观点建立在最 流行的观点上)”提到，永远不要把你的观点建立在最流行的观点上，结合下文“Instead, train your mind to be a judgment-free space for ideas.(相反，训练你的大脑成为一个不受评判的思想空间)”可知，空处与下文是相反的内容，应是与上文并列，也是讲述不 要做什么，A项“也不要让它以情感为基础”符合语境，故选A。
④上文“A shortcut to do that is to have wise people as your tutors, with whom the more time you spend, the more transfer of knowledge there will be. Your tutors can be whoever is wiser than you.(要做到这一点，一个捷径就是找明智的人做你的导师，你和他们在一起的时间越多，知识的转移就越多。你的导师可以是任何比你聪明的人)”建议找一个比自己聪明的人做自己的导师，和他们在一起的时间越长，学到的知识就越多，G项“但在此之前，与他们 进行对话，找出原因”符合语境，先和导师对话找出 他们比自己聪明的原因，然后跟着他们学习，G项 中的“them”指代上文提到的“tutors”，故选G。
⑤根据本段内容“It is important to acknowledge that it takes a span of your life and continuous effort to mature in wisdom as you navigate life's challenges.(重要的是要认识到，当你面对生活 的挑战时，你需要一段时间的生活和不断的努力来 获得成熟的智慧)”可知，本段主要讲培养智慧需要时间和努力，B项“罗马不是一天建成的”符合语境， 故选B。
二、能力提升
5.答案：GBEFC
解析：①根据空前“Here’s the bad news…”及空后“They listen to each other. They read each other’s emotions.”可知，空项应该会提到“好消息”，否则前后文衔接不上，故G项符合。
②空前谈到因受传统观念的束缚，男孩懂事后倾向于掩饰自己的真实情感，并为之道歉。下文则谈到了他们到底该怎么做，故B项“因此，这才是他们应该做的”正好起到了承上启下的作用。
③根据空前…so stop blaming yourself.”及空后If you accept your own desire for close relationship in your life, you will find the friendship.”可知，空项应该有一个转折，故E项“相反，男孩应该突破那些画地为牢的陈腐观念”符合。
④根据本段的主题句“Get involved at tough moments.”及空后“But if you get involved at such moments”中的关键词tough可以快速锁定F项。
⑤本段主要是鼓励男孩在成人中寻找合适的模仿对象，故C项“亲近那些善于表达真实感情的成人”适合做这一段的主题句。
6.答案：GCFBD
解析：①根据下文It can also result in weak boundaries, problems with decision-making, and low self-worth.(它还可能导致边界薄弱、决策问题和自我价值低下)中的also推知,空处与下文并列,同样陈述取悦他人带来的坏处。G项"取悦他人的行为会导致精神和身体问题"符合语境,与下文构成并列关系。故选G。
②根据小标题Practice being alone(练习独处)可知,空处内容应与独处有关。C项"学会爱自己的陪伴"即独处,符合本段主旨,且在句式上与下文三个句子保持一致,都是祈使句。故选C。
③根据小标题Keep plans with yourself(为自己制定计划)可知,空处内容与自己制定计划有关。F项"你自己的计划和你和别人一起制定的计划一样重要"符合题意,引出下文Otherwise, you are sending a message to your brain that a plan you make with yourself does not hold as much value as a plan you make with someone else.(否则,你是在向你的大脑传递一个信息:你自己制定的计划不如你和别人制定的计划有价值)。故选F。
④根据上文If you’re a people-pleaser you may find it hard to say"no" because you feel it comes across as cruel or uncaring.(如果你是一个取悦别人的人,你可能会发现很难说"不",因为你觉得这让人觉得残忍或冷漠)"和下文Be clear, be direct, and use "I" statements. Try statements like: "I would really love to be able to help you, but unfortunately, I'm already committed at that time."(要清晰、直接,并使用"我"的陈述。试着这样说: "我真的很想帮助你,但不幸的是,我那时已经有约了。")可知,取悦别人的人很难直接说"不",但可以用比较委婉的方式,比如"我真的很想帮助你,但不幸的是,我那时已经有约了"。由此推知,空处应陈述不一定非要说"不"。B项"但绝对不是非得这样"符合语境,引出下文用比较委婉的拒绝方式。故选B。
⑤根据上文By consistently integrating these strategies into your life, I'm confident you'll break your people-pleasing habits.(通过不断地将这些策略融入你的生活中,我相信你会改掉取悦别人的习惯)推知,空处应陈述改掉取悦别人的习惯的结果。D项"你会发展出更健康、更相互依赖的关系"符合题意,且下文This will yield an overall improvement in self-confidence and life satisfaction.(这会使你的自信心和生活满意度得到全面提升)中的this指代选项中的"更健康、更相互依赖的关系"。故选D。
7.答案： C； D；F；A；G
解析：①推理判断题。根据前文Most of us assume those hyper-achievers who are always able to squeeze in their workout, eat healthy foods and pick their kids up on time must have superhuman self-control. But science points to a different answer(我们大多数人都认为，那些总是能够挤出时间锻炼、吃健康食品、按时接孩子的超级成就者一定有超人的自控力。但科学给出了不同的答案);以及后句The only catch is that building good habits takes effort and insight(唯一的问题是，养成好习惯需要努力和洞察力),可知表示"我们误以为意志力往往是习惯的自然结果"的选项C可以承接前文大多数人的错误观念，引出后句正确的介绍，故选C。
②推理判断题。根据前文Goals like "meditate regularly" are too abstract, research has shown(研究表明，像"定期冥想"这样的目标过于抽象),可知表示"你会受益于更具体地说明你的具体目标和频率"的选项D可以承接前文，介绍目标过于抽象不实用，要设立具体的目标，specific是关键词，故选D。
③推理判断题。根据上一个小标题1.Set a specific goal(设定具体目标);以及后文Scientists have proven that you'll make more progress toward your goal if you decide not just what you'll do, but when and where you'll be cued to do it(科学家们已经证明，如果你不仅决定要做什么,而且决定何时何地做，你就会朝着目标取得更多进展),可知表示"现在你已经确定了一个特定的目标，是时候想想什么会指引你坚持到底了"的选项F可以承接上一个标题，引出后文决定何时何地做的介绍，即设计详细且基于提示的计划，故选F。
④主题判断题。根据后文We're strongly influenced by the behaviors of the people around us, evidence shows. Want to start running regularly You're probably better off joining an established running club than asking a few friends who aren't yet in the habit of jogging to get in shape with you(证据表明，我们受到周围人行为的强烈影响。想开始定期跑步吗 你最好加入一个老牌跑步俱乐部，而不是邀请几个还没有慢跑习惯的朋友和你一起健身),可知表示"找到合适的社会支持"的选项A可以作为本段的主题，建议加入团体，从而获得社会支持，故选A。
⑤推理判断题。根据前文Research shows that temptation bundling improves follow-through; it transforms goal pursuit into a source of pleasure, not pain(研究表明，诱惑捆绑可以提高后续效果；它将追求目标转化为快乐而非痛苦的源泉),可知表示"例如，在健身房观看你最喜欢的节目，或者在烹饪健康膳食时欣赏你喜爱的播客"的选项G可以承接前文，构成例证关系，后文举例说明诱惑捆绑的作用，故选G。
8.答案：EACDG
解析：①设空处是对上文内容的补充。上文提到“你可能喜欢做很多事情，并且这些事情已经在生活中扎根, 使你意识不到它们的重要性”。E 项中的“other people might be able to give you some insight”呼应了下文“reach out to people and ask what reminds them of you”, 说明其他人可以帮助你发现哪些事情对你很重要，符合上下文逻辑。
②设空处需要承接上文，并引出下文关于与周围人交谈的建议。 上文提到“你一个人在地铁或酒吧等朋友时，很容易浏览社交媒体”，A 项“Resist that urge”旨在建议读者克制这种冲动, 顺理成章地引出下文“Instead, take the time to talk to the people around you.”, 提示应该与人交谈，而不是沉浸于社交媒体，符合上下文逻辑。
③设空处是该段小标题，需要引出本段的核心内容。该段讨论了个人关注的社会不公问题可能会帮你找到人生目标。C项中的“injustices that bother you”直接与下文“Is there anything that makes you deeply unhappy to think about ”相呼应, 符合段落的主题。
④设空处位于段中，上文提及了一些社会问题，下文讨论个人对社会问题的关注如何与职业和人生目标联系起来。D项“You don't necessarily have to engage in your purpose full- time.”提出了不一定要全职投入目标的观点， 合理解释了如何在现实生活中兼顾职业和追求目标, 与下文“your career gives you the ability and some time to afford to help a cause you feel passionate about”相呼应。
⑤上文“Consider what type of skills, talents, and passions you bring to the table.”这句话建议读者思考自己具备的技能、才华和激情, 而 G 项中的“brainstorm how you might turn your passion into something meaningful to you”则进一步扩展了这个思路, 建议读者去思考如何将这些激情和才华转化为有意义的事物。
三、拓展训练
9.答案：BGCDE
解析：①根据上文“Watching a movie can be a magical experience, but do you know that the music in the films we watch has always been an important part of creating that magical experience (看电影可能是一种神奇的体验，但你知道吗，我们看电影中的音乐一直是创造这种神奇体验的重要组成部分 )”可知，选项承接上文说明音乐的重要性。故B选项“如果没有它，很难想象会是什么样子”切题。故选B项。
②根据上文“The first commercial film with sound came out in 1927.(1927年，第一部有声商业电影问世)”可知，选项承接上文说明第一部有声商业电影问世以来音乐就与观影体验紧密相连了。故G选项“从那时起，音乐就与观影体验紧密相连”切题。故选G项。
③根据下文“In the same way, a film composer needs to support the screenplay’s storyline. (同样，电影作曲家也需要支持剧本的故事情节)”可知，选项与下文为并列关系，说明歌剧作曲要遵循的原则。故C选项“歌剧作曲家要遵循歌剧的文本”切题。故选C项。
④根据下文“But in many instances the emotional power of the visuals would not be as great were it not for the music. (但在许多情况下，如果没有音乐，视觉效果的情感力量就不会那么强大)”可知，空处与下文为转折关系，说明了作曲家和电影人不希望看到的效果。故D选项“通常情况下，作曲家和电影人都不想让音乐盖过电影的风头”切题。故选D项。
⑤根据下文“Ask yourself, “How would this scene feel if the music were different Is the composer trying to tell me how I should feel Or are they merely pushing me in an emotional direction ” (问问自己，“如果音乐不同，这个场景会有什么感觉 作曲家是想告诉我应该有什么感觉吗 还是他们只是在把我推向情绪化的方向 ”)”可知，要多多注意音乐要表达的作用。故E选项“所以下次你看电影的时候，要注意音乐”切题。故选E项。
10.答案：BFAEG
解析：①根据上文“Americans spent $186bn on them last year, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, covering everything from food and vet visits to toys and grooming. That is more than they spent on childcare. (根据美国经济分析局的数据，去年美国人在宠物上的支出为1860亿美元，涵盖了从食品、兽医到玩具和美容的方方面面。这比他们花在儿童保育上的钱还多。)”可知，上文提到美国人去年在宠物上的花费巨大，超过了托儿服务的支出。本空要强调宠物经济的繁荣，B选项“Catering to pets has become big business. (照顾宠物已经成为大生意)”能承接上文，符合题意。故选B。
②根据上文“Spending on pets rocketed through the COVID-19 pandemic.(在2019冠状病毒病大流行期间，宠物支出飙升。)”可知，上文提到疫情期间宠物支出激增，本空要解释这一现象的原因；F选项“Lonely people adopted animals and invested heavily in them at that time. (孤独的人们在那段时间收养了动物并大量投资在它们身上)”解释了疫情期间宠物支出增长的原因，能承接上文，符合题意。故选F。
③根据上文“Between 2019 and 2023, pet spending grew by a compound annual rate of 11%, in nominal terms, compared with 6% for consumer spending overall and 5% for pet spending over the preceding decade. (2019年至2023年期间，宠物支出的名义复合年增长率为11%，而在过去十年中，整体消费者支出的增长率为6%，宠物支出的增长率为5%。)”可知，上文提到宠物支出的增长率远高于整体消费支出和过去十年的宠物支出增长率。本空要展望未来的增长趋势，因此，A选项“Plenty more growth is yet to come. (还有更多的增长即将到来)”能承接上文，引出未来的增长预测，符合题意。故选A。
④根据上文“Consumers, wrestling lately with higher prices and a cooling job market, have been reluctant to employ tight budgets on their pets. Morgan Stanley, a bank, estimates pet spending in America, compared with other personal expenses, will grow by 2.5% this year. (最近，消费者正与物价上涨和就业市场降温作斗争，他们不愿在宠物身上投入紧张的预算。摩根斯坦利银行估计，与其他个人开支相比，今年美国的宠物开支将增长2.5%。)”可知，上文提到尽管面临经济压力，宠物支出仍将继续增长。由下文“The pet business proved similarly strong during the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. (在2007-2009年的全球金融危机期间，宠物业同样表现强劲。)”可知，宠物经济在过去和未来都表现出强劲的增长势头。本空要进一步突出宠物支出的增长这一点，E选项“It is well ahead of estimates for other spending like clothes. (这远远超过了服装等其他支出的估计。)”进一步强调了宠物支出的增长速度，能承上启下，符合题意。故选E。
⑤根据上文“Morgan Stanley forecasts that annual spending will rise to around $260bn by 2030, consistent with its pre-pandemic growth trend. (摩根士丹利预测，到2030年，年度支出将增至2600亿美元左右，与疫情前的增长趋势一致。)”可知，上文提到宠物经济在过去和未来都表现出强劲的增长势头。本空要解释这种增长背后的原因，由下文“Owners increasingly see themselves as parents, not masters. “Pets have gone from the backyard to the living room to the bedroom,” says Loic Moutault, head of the pet division at Mars. (业主们越来越把自己视为父母，而不是主人。宠物已经从后院走到客厅，再到卧室，玛氏宠物部主管洛伊克·穆奥特说。)”可知，宠物与人类的关系发生了变化，宠物越来越被视为家庭成员，本空应解释关系发生了变化是增长背后的原因。因此，G选项“Behind that is a shift in the relationship between pets and humans. (这背后是宠物与人类关系的变化)”引出了对宠物与人类关系变化的讨论，能承上启下，符合题意。故选G。
11.答案：BAGDF
解析：①联系上文题。根据上文In Chinese traditional architecture，a skywell is an open courtyard or well-like space usually located at the heart of a building or group of buildings（在中国传统建筑中，天井是一个开放的庭院或井状空间，通常位于建筑物或建筑群的中心。）可知这是在介绍天井的位置。因此B项"它通常是一个被建筑的房间和侧翼包围的广场。"符合语境。故选B。
②联系上文题。根据上文Cool air is drawn into the building from the lower levels，and warm air escapes and rises through the upper levels（冷空气从低层吸入建筑，暖空气从高层逸出并上升。）可知本空应与空气的流动有关。因此A项"这促进了新鲜空气的流动，尤其是在炎热的夏天。"符合语境。故选A。
③语境衔接题。根据上文During the day，the courtyard absorbs heat from the sun，acting as a thermal mass.（白天，庭院从太阳吸收热量，充当热质。）和下文This day-night cycle helps maintain a balanced and consistent temperature indoors.（这种昼夜循环有助于保持室内平衡一致的温度。）可知本空应该讲述夜间的状况。因此G项"夜间室外温度下降，储存的热量逐渐释放。"符合语境。故选G。
④联系上文题。根据上文A recent study has shown that the most significant part of a skywell's cooling effect comes from these water bodies（天井冷却效果的最重要部分来自这些水体。）可知这就是建筑物温度降低的原因。因此D项"这可能是它们周围的温度低2.6℃到4.2℃的原因。"符合语境。故选D。
⑤段落大意题。根据下文One fitting example is the National Heavy Vehicle Engineering Technology Research Centre in Jinan，an 18-story building that has a giant open space at its heart from the fifth floor to the top floor.（一个恰当的例子是位于济南的国家重型车辆工程技术研究中心，这是一座18层的建筑，从第五层到顶层，其中心有一个巨大的开放空间。）可知这是古代建筑物的智慧的体现。因此F项"天井的魔力见证了古代建筑者的智慧。"符合语境。故选F。
12.答案：GABDE
解析：本文是一篇议论文。文章建议将后悔作为成长的机会，而不是负担。通过改变对后悔的看法，我们可以从中学习，提升自己，将其作为我们通往更真实、更充实的生活道路上的伙伴，而不是被负面情绪困扰。
①前文“The psychological weight of regret can be a heavy burden, impacting mental wellbeing and influencing future decision-making.(后悔的心理重量可能是一个沉重的负担，干扰心理健康，影响未来的决策。)”指出后悔对我们的负面影响，后文“We will discover how, with the right mind-set, we can embrace regrets as stepping stones to a richer and more fulfilling life.(我们会发现，有了正确的心态，我们可以把后悔当作通往更丰富、更充实生活的垫脚石。)”提到正确的心态对处理后悔心理的积极作用，因此G项“But what if we could view it not as a source of pain but a guide to growth (但如果我们不把它视为痛苦的来源，而是成长的指南呢 )”符合语境，提议用积极的眼光看待后悔心理，和前文构成转折，引出后文，其中的it指代前文的regret。故选G。
②后文“But its contradiction lies in its potential to be a powerful force for positive change. (但它的矛盾之处在于，它有可能成为一股推动积极变革的强大力量。)”提到与前文不同的情况，指出某事物也有可能产生积极影响，因此A项“Regret is often associated with negative emotions.(后悔通常与负面情绪有关。)”符合语境，提到后悔通常是负面的，与后文构成转折，其中的Regret是后文的its指代的对象。故选A。
③前文“The very existence of regret is a sign of our capacity for self-reflection and growth.(后悔的存在是我们自我反省和成长能力的标志。)”指出后悔意味着自我反省和成长，后文“In other words, it can help recognise that this complex emotion can be an activator for personal transformation. (换句话说，它可以帮助认识到这种复杂的情绪可以成为个人转变的催化剂。)”以不同的方式重复前面已经说过的内容，指出某件事的重要作用，因此B项“Reorganizing narrative about regrets can improve the capacity. (重新整理关于后悔的叙述可以提高这种能力。)”符合语境，指出回溯后悔的想法可以提高自我反省和成长的能力，承上启下，其中的capacity在前文有同词复现。故选B。
④前文“Coping with regret requires a mix of emotional recovery, self-sympathy and proactive decision-making.(应对后悔需要情绪恢复、自我同情和积极主动地决策。)”总的指出应对后悔需要做的事情，后文“Instead of focusing on what went wrong and blaming ourselves, consider what valuable insights and strengths we have gained from the experience. (不要把注意力集中在哪里出了问题，责怪自己，想想我们从经历中获得了什么有价值的见解和力量。)”具体说明不要苛责自己，而是要从中看到积极的一面，因此D项“Treat ourselves with the same kindness we would offer to a friend. (像对待朋友一样善待自己。)”符合语境，建议要善待自己，承上启下。故选D。
⑤前文“Embracing regrets involves acknowledging their presence and understanding their differences.(欣然接受后悔包括承认它们的存在和理解它们的不同。)”指出欣然接受后悔需要承认后悔的存在，并理解它们，因此E项“Additionally, it contains transforming them into activator for growth.(此外，它还包括将它们转化为成长的催化剂。)”符合语境，进一步指出需要将后悔转化为成长的动力，承接前文，其中的it指代前文的Embracing regrets，them指代前文的regrets。故选E。
一、基础练习
1.
How to Sleep Better at Night
As we all know, a good sleep helps us relax and it also makes us energetic again. However, some of us have trouble with sleep at night. Lack (缺少) of sleep can cause illnesses. How can we improve our night’s sleep ① .
● Take exercise during the day
② . It can reduce stress and help us feel more relaxed. But don’t take exercise right before bedtime as exercise can make us too excited to fall asleep.
● Don’t use electronic products before bedtime
Before bedtime, some of us have a habit of using electronic products to surf the Internet, listen to music or watch movies. It’s bad for our health to do these activities before bedtime. ③ . Experts suggest we should stop using electronic products at least an hour before we go to bed.
● ④______.
When we sleep with lights on, our brain will think it’s still daytime. It will take us longer time to fall asleep and we will rest less. So it’s wise to sleep with lights off.
● Keep worries away
Some of us have difficulty in falling asleep because of worries. Instead of lying awake, we can write down the things that make us worried and make a list of things to do. ⑤ .
A. Don’t sleep with lights on
B. Don’t make any noise at night
C. Here are some tips to improve it
D. Taking exercise is good for our sleep
E. There is no way to solve all these problems
F. In this way we can keep worries away and sleep better
G. These activities will keep our brain active and prevent sleep
2.
How Can I Fight Laziness
Lazy people will never amount to anything in life. However, laziness can be defeated once a few changes have been made in your mind.
①________ Many people lack sleep constantly, since they stay up too late and get up too early to prepare for work. These people have little motivation once they arrive home. By adjusting your sleep schedule to provide a few more hours of meaningful sleep, you can fight laziness throughout the day.
Another way to fight laziness is to change your mind from passive to active. Some people treat their lives as if they were pushed from task to task. Others take a more proactive approach, viewing each task as a challenge they must overcome alone. ②________
Some people fight laziness by removing the temptations that surround them. A television in the living room may provide entertainment, but watching too much TV often contributes to laziness. ③________ Complete a few tasks and entertain yourself with what you enjoy, such as a good dinner or a film.
Laziness can also be a lasting problem at home. Couples and children may all have different energy levels, but laziness can be spread if not dealt with immediately. ④________ Be the first to collect and wash dishes after a meal. Others in the home may eventually follow your example and perform their own task. It is difficult to practice laziness when you are surrounded by motivated people.
⑤________ Enough exercise and a balanced diet can help you to develop a healthy lifestyle, thus enabling you to have more energy and help lift your spirits.
A.Laziness appears when you no longer feel in charge of your own mind.
B.To fight family laziness, set an example.
C.Knowing how to fight laziness is important.
D.Doing sports regularly can help you fight laziness.
E.One way to fight laziness is to get a good night’s rest.
F.With a positive attitude, you will be able to achieve your goal.
G.Create a reward system for yourself, just as parents do for the children.
3. Positive emotions don't just feel good—they're good for you. Research shows that people feel and do their best when they experience at least three times as many positive emotions as negative ones. Here are some ways to increase positive emotions in everyday life.
①_______ Make a list. Add new emotions as you notice them. You also can look over your list of emotions at the end of the day and write down when you felt different positive emotions. Did you feel proud after playing well on the soccer field ②_______ Tracking these positive emotions helps us be more aware of the positive feelings we already experience, and the situations or activities that bring them.
Identify a positive emotion you want to increase. ③_______ Think of situations or activities you've experienced that made you aware of your joy. Write down as many as you can. Focus on small, simple things, like a song that makes you feel joyful whenever you hear it. Any time you notice you're feeling joyful, consider adding that situation or activity to your list.
Sometimes we forget the way back to feeling positive. We might need a reminder that can lead us back to a happier emotional place. ④_______ A positivity box is a collection of reminders of positive experiences we've had. These reminders bring back the feelings associated with the good moments in our lives, our strengths, joys and accomplishments, the fun we've had, the books or music that have meaning for us, the people who are important to us. ⑤_______
A. It's a positivity "treasure chest".
B. Let's say you want to feel more joy.
C. Happy to see a film with your best friend
D. That's when a positivity box is really helpful.
E. Happy when your friends remembered your birthday
F. Collect things that remind you of positive emotional moments.
G. Name the positive emotions you've experienced in your daily life.
4.
Wisdom is a remarkable accumulation of experience, knowledge, and sound judgement. It is not merely a desirable quality but an absolute necessity in a world filled with challenges, controversy, and polarization. ①______ It shines our way ahead towards the best decisions.
Growing up with fairy tales and fantasy movies, I always associated wisdom with Gandalf, Yoda,and Albus Dumbledore. The truth is that there is more to wisdom than this, although these characters have given every one of us many important lessons. ②______ And how
Variety is more than the spice of life. Embarking on new experiences is also an avenue for acquiring wisdom. You will never grow from being in your comfort zone which is why you need to get out of it. Do change your routine and experience as much as what life takes you to! In fact, there're always several sides to a life story. To identify the truth, you need to be receptive to different views. Never base your perspective on the most popular opinions. ③______ Instead, train your mind to be a judgment-free space for ideas. Open-mindedness opens new pathways to profound insights.
What if you are desperate for personal growth and improvement A shortcut to do that is to have wise people as your tutors, with whom the more time you spend, the more transfer of knowledge there will be. Your tutors can be whoever is wiser than you. ④______
⑤______ Remember developing wisdom is beyond a destination. It is important to acknowledge that it takes a span of your life and continuous effort to mature in wisdom as you navigate life's challenges.
A. Nor is it emotion-based.
B. Rome wasn't built in a day.
C. It isn't something you are born with.
D. Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.
E. Indeed, individuals need to possess bits of wisdom itself.
F. In order to navigate in it, wisdom becomes our guiding light.
G. Yet prior to that, engage in dialogue with them to find out why.
二、能力提升
5.
Here’s the bad news: misunderstanding about masculinity (男子汉气概) is hurting males and making it hard for them to maintain friendships. ① _____ . They listen to each other. They read each other’s emotions. However, they tend to hide their true feelings in their late teenage because society expects them to be tough.② _____.
Don’t blame yourself. You are a product of a society that expects very particular things of masculinity. So stop blaming yourself.③ _____. If you accept your own desire for close relationship in your life, you will find the friendship.
Get involved at tough moments. Boys sometimes are worried whether they might appear too curious about their friends’ private matters.④ _____. But if you get involved at such moments, you will open the door to all kinds of growth in your relationship. So take the opportunity to show them that they matter by following up.
⑤ _____ . Researchers say that the No. 1 thing that helps children (especially boys) grow up to have enriching friendships is to be close with adult relatives who are not afraid to express their emotions. So, if you have expressive grownup relatives, try to be close to them. They can serve as role models for you to show your true feelings in a better way.
A. Look at masculinity critically
B. So here is what they should do
C. Get close to expressive adults in your life
D. You need to face something really disturbing
E. Instead, focus on undoing hurtful and restricting belief systems
F. It is especially true when their friends are sharing something tough
G. The good news is that boys are born caring and loving, just as girls do
6.
Breaking the Habit of People-Pleasing
If you feel like you may be a people-pleaser, you’re not alone. Most people have a growing desire for pleasing others.① _____ It can also result in weak boundaries, problems with decision-making, and low self-worth. For that reason, it’s important to recognize and overcome your own people-pleasing behaviors. Here are simple exercises that you can start working on today.
1. Practice being alone
② _____ Trust that people will not abandon you, even if you don’t drop everything for them. Believing you are lovable for who you are, not what you do. Practice this by going to a movie or restaurant alone.
2. Keep plans with yourself
③ _____ Otherwise, you are sending a message to your brain that a plan you make with yourself does not hold as much value as a plan you make with someone else. Don’t break any plans you make with yourself, whether it’s going to the gym or studying for an exam.
3. Practice saying “no”
If you’re a people-pleaser you may find it hard to say “no” because you feel it comes across as cruel or uncaring.④ _____ Be clear, be direct, and use “I” statements. Try statements like: “I would really love to be able to help you, but unfortunately, I’m already committed at that time.”
By consistently integrating these strategies into your life, I’m confident you’ll break your people-pleasing habits.⑤ _____ This will yield an overall improvement in self-confidence and life satisfaction.
A. So it is not necessary to say no.
B. But it absolutely does not have to.
C. Learn to love your own company.
D. You’ll develop more healthy, interdependent relationships.
E. You are not confident about the plans you make with yourself.
F. Your own plans are as important as plans you make with others.
G. People-pleasing behavior can lead to mental and physical problems.
7.
Most of us assume those hyper-achievers who are always able to squeeze in their workout, eat healthy foods and pick their kids up on time must have superhuman self-control. But science points to a different answer:①________ The only catch is that building good habits takes effort and insight. Thankfully, here are a few research-backed steps that can set you on the path to where you want to be.
1. Set a specific goal
The way you define the goal you hope to turn into a habit does matter. Goals like “meditate regularly” are too abstract, research has shown.② ________Don’t say “I’ll meditate regularly. “ Say, “I’ll meditate for 15 minutes each day. “This is actually key to habit formation, making the task easy to carry out, but it’s often overlooked.
2. Create a detailed, cue-based plan
③________Scientists have proven that you’ll make more progress toward your goal if you decide not just what you’ll do, but when and where you’ll be cued to do it. Making this kind of plan reduces the chances you’ll forget to follow through because the when and where in your plan will serve as cues to action.
A plan like “I’ll study Spanish for 30 minutes every weekday” is OK. But a detailed, cue-based plan like “Every workday after my last meeting, I’ll spend 30 minutes studying Spanish in my office” is more likely to stick as a habit.
3. ④ ________
We’re strongly influenced by the behaviors of the people around us, evidence shows. Want to start running regularly You’re probably better off joining an established running club than asking a few friends who aren’t yet in the habit of jogging to get in shape with you.
However, it’s important not to get too crazy - if you try to train with marathoners when you’re just hoping to work up to a 5K, it can be discouraging.
4. Make it fun to repeat
Research has shown you’ll persist longer and ultimately achieve more if you focus on finding ways to make goal pursuit fun. One excellent way is to try “temptation bundling”. Research shows that temptation bundling improves follow-through; it transforms goal pursuit into a source of pleasure, not pain.⑤ ________
A. Find the right kind of social support.
B. Tell your friends and family about your goals.
C. What we mistake for willpower is often a natural outcome of habit.
D. You’ll benefit from being more specific about what exactly you aim to do and how often.
E. Having a bite-size objective makes it less daunting to get started and easier to see your progress.
F. Now you have established a specific goal, it’s time to think about what will cue you to follow through.
G. For example, watch your favorite show while at the gym or enjoy a beloved podcast while cooking healthy meals.
8.
Learning how to live your life with purpose can lead to a sense of general contentment. But the process requires plenty of self-reflection and finding where your passions lie. The following strategies can help you reveal or find your purpose.
Listen to feedback
You probably like to do many different things and the things you love to do may have become so rooted in your life that you don't realize how important those things are.
①______ . You might choose to reach out to people and ask what reminds them of you. Start conversations with new people
It's easy to browse(浏览) social media while you' re alone on the subway or sitting at a bar waiting for a friend. ②______ . Instead, take the time to talk to the people around you. Ask them if they are working on any projects. You might discover new activities to explore or different places to visit. And those activities might be key to helping you find your purpose.
③______
Many people have their pet causes that surround an injustice. Is there anything that makes you deeply unhappy to think about It might be animal welfare or a particular civil rights issue. Perhaps the idea of senior citizens spending the holidays alone makes you weepy. ④______ . You might find your career gives you the ability and some time to afford to help a cause you feel passionate about.
Discover what you love to do
Do you absolutely love musical theater Your skills might be best put to use in a way that brings live performances to children who can benefit from exposure to the arts. Consider what type of skills, talents, and passions you bring to the table. ⑤______ .
A. Resist that urge
B. Explore your interests
C. Consider injustices that bother you
D. You don't necessarily have to engage in your purpose full-time
E. Fortunately, other people might be able to give you some insight
F. Sometimes, that road to finding your purpose has a few bends, forks, and stop lights
G. Then, brainstorm how you might turn your passion into something meaningful to you
三、拓展训练
9.
Watching a movie can be a magical experience, but do you know that the music in the films we watch has always been an important part of creating that magical experience ① _____ .
The first commercial film with sound came out in 1927.② _____ Even back in the early days of silent films，most movie theatres hired a musician or a group of musicians to provide music, mostly to drown out the sound of the film projectors (放映机) and people talking.
As sound-on-film technology developed, composers were hired to create original music for films. Like music written for an opera，film music serves to advance the story and the action.③ _____ In the same way, a film composer needs to support the screenplay’s storyline. The music also needs to reflect the screenplay’s mood, which includes everything from the action on the screen to sound effects to dialogue.
Music has a language of its own. The right piece of music can improve and sometimes even change a viewer’s ideas of what is taking place onscreen. Most of the time, music is used to stress the action onscreen, improve the mood of a scene, foreshadow action that is about to take place or even show the emotion of a character.④ _____ But in many instances the emotional power of the visuals would not be as great were it not for the music.
⑤ _____ Ask yourself, “How would this scene feel if the music were different Is the composer trying to tell me how I should feel Or are they merely pushing me in an emotional direction ”
A. So, how is the film music created
B. Without it, it would be hard to imagine the scene.
C. An opera composer must follow the text of the opera.
D. Usually, composers and filmmakers don’t want to overshadow a film.
E. So the next time you watch a movie, pay close attention to the music.
F. The music in a film makes you cheer for the hero and cry at the drama.
G. Since then, music has been powerfully linked to the movie-watching experience.
10.
There is little, it seems, that people won’t do for their pets. Americans spent $186bn on them last year, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, covering everything from food and vet visits to toys and grooming. That is more than they spent on childcare.
① Mars, a company best known for its chocolate bars, made two-thirds of its revenue last year from pet care. Besides owning the Royal Canin pet-food brand, the company also operates thousands of vet clinics. Nestle and Colgate, two other consumer-products giants, also make around a fifth of their revenue from their pet market.
Spending on pets rocketed through the COVID-19 pandemic. ② Between 2019 and 2023, pet spending grew by a compound annual rate of 11%, in nominal terms, compared with 6% for consumer spending overall and 5% for pet spending over the preceding decade. ③________
Unlike virtual yoga classes or meal-kit subscriptions, animals weren’t easy to drop once lockdowns ended. Consumers, wrestling lately with higher prices and a cooling job market, have been reluctant to employ tight budgets on their pets. Morgan Stanley, a bank, estimates pet spending in America, compared with other personal expenses, will grow by 2.5% this year. ④ The pet business proved similarly strong during the global financial crisis of 2007-2009.
And analysts hold the pet business will soon go viral again. Morgan Stanley forecasts that annual spending will rise to around $260bn by 2030, consistent with its pre-pandemic growth trend. ⑤ Owners increasingly see themselves as parents, not masters. “Pets have gone from the backyard to the living room to the bedroom,” says Loic Moutault, head of the pet division at Mars.
A．Plenty more growth is yet to come.
B．Catering to pets has become big business.
C．Owners are now giving their pets yummier food.
D．That is attracting plenty of newcomers to the pet industry.
E．It is well ahead of estimates for other spending like clothes.
F．Lonely people adopted animals and invested heavily in them at that time.
G．Behind that is a shift in the relationship between pets and humans.
11.
In Chinese traditional architecture, a skywell is an open courtyard or well-like space usually located at the heart of a building or group of buildings. ①________ Their designs often feature the classic Chinese dou gong overhangs to provide shade and collect water into a central basin.
Chinese skywells are so effective in cooling homes because they can control natural airing. Cool air is drawn into the building from the lower levels, and warm air escapes and rises through the upper levels. ②________
The skywell's layout and construction materials also help in thermal(热量的)regulation. During the day, the courtyard absorbs heat from the sun, acting as a thermal mass. ③________ This day-night cycle helps maintain a balanced and consistent temperature indoors.
Most traditional skywells include water features, such as fountains or ponds. A recent study has shown that the most significant part of a skywell's cooling effect comes from these water bodies. ④________ As water evaporates(蒸发)from these features, it absorbs heat from the surrounding air. This reduces the temperature within the courtyard and surrounding rooms.
⑤________ One fitting example is the National Heavy Vehicle Engineering Technology Research Centre in Jinan, an 18-story building that has a giant open space at its heart from the fifth floor to the top floor. The toilets, elevators, and meeting rooms surround this space. This enhances natural airing and natural energy consumption, according to the Shanghai-based CCDI Group.
A. This promotes fresh air flow, especially during hot summer days.
B. It is often a square surrounded by the building's rooms and wings.
C. This cooling was disadvantageous in regions with hot and dry climates.
D. It's probably why temperatures around them are 2.6℃ to 4.2℃ lower.
E. These wonders continue to inspire architects to seek sustainable solutions.
F. The magic of skywells stands as witnesses to the wisdom of ancient builders.
G. The stored heat is gradually released as the outdoor temperature drops at night.
12.
The psychological weight of regret can be a heavy burden, impacting mental wellbeing and influencing future decision- making. ①______ We will discover how, with the right mind- set, we can embrace regrets as stepping stones to a richer and more fulfilling life.
②______ But its contradiction lies in its potential to be a powerful force for positive change. Individuals who embrace, rather than hold back, their regrets are more likely to engage in adaptive behaviours and self- improvement.
The very existence of regret is a sign of our capacity for self- reflection and growth. ③______ In other words, it can help recognise that this complex emotion can be an activator for personal transformation.
Coping with regret requires a mix of emotional recovery, self- sympathy and proactive decision- making. ④______ Instead of focusing on what went wrong and blaming ourselves, consider what valuable insights and strengths we have gained from the experience.
In the grand tapestry（织锦） of life, regrets need not be seen as spots but as bright threads contributing to the richness of our personal accounts. Embracing regrets involves acknowledging their presence and understanding their differences. ⑤______ As we manage the complicated psychology of regret, let us remember that it is not the absence of regret that defines a life well lived, but the ability to learn, adapt and evolve in the face of it.
So, let us not fear our regrets, but rather, welcome them as companions on the path to a more authentic and fulfilling existence.
A. Regret is often associated with negative emotions.
B. Reorganizing narrative about regrets can improve the capacity.
C. Reflecting regularly is crucial in the journey to embrace regrets.
D. Treat ourselves with the same kindness we would offer to a friend.
E. Additionally, it contains transforming them into activator for growth.
F. Regret serves as a marker of our evolving understanding of ourselves.
G. But what if we could view it not as a source of pain but a guide to growth
答案以及解析
一、基础练习
1.答案：CDGAF
解析：①根据空前“How can we improve our night’s sleep (我们如何改善夜间睡眠呢？)”以及下文内容可知，空处应该回答空前问题，且引出下文。选项C“Here are some tips to improve it (这里有一些改进它的建议)”首先回答了空前问题，同时引出下文的各种改善夜间睡眠的方法，承上启下。故选C。
②根据空后内容“It can reduce stress and help us feel more relaxed.(它可以减轻压力，帮助我们感觉更放松)”可知，下文提到了“它”的好处。选项D “Taking exercise is good for our sleep(锻炼对我们的睡眠有好处)”提到了锻炼对睡眠有好处，其中的“taking exercise”即下文中的“it”，与下文内容一致。故选D。
③根据空前内容“Before bedtime, some of us have a habit of using electronic products to surf the Internet, listen to music or watch movies. It’s bad for our health to do these activities before bedtime.(睡前，我们中的一些人有使用电子产品上网，听音乐或看电影的习惯。睡前做这些活动对我们的健康有害)”可知，作者认为睡前使用电子产品上网对我们的健康有害。选项G“These activities will keep our brain active and prevent sleep(这些活动将使我们的大脑保持活跃，无法入睡)”是上文内容的延续，指的是睡前使用电子产品对睡眠的影响。故选G。
④空处为小标题，为本段主要内容。根据下文“When we sleep with lights on, our brain will think it’s still daytime. It will take us longer time to fall asleep and we will rest less. So it’s wise to sleep with lights off.(当我们开着灯睡觉时，我们的大脑会认为现在还是白天。我们会花更长的时间入睡，我们会休息得更少。所以关灯睡觉是明智的)”可知，作者在本段中建议我们睡觉时不要开灯。选项A“Don’t sleep with lights on(不要开着灯睡觉)”与本段内容相一致。故选A。
⑤根据空前“Some of us have difficulty in falling asleep because of worries. Instead of lying awake, we can write down the things that make us worried and make a list of things to do.(我们中的一些人因为担心而难以入睡。与其躺着睡不着，我们可以把让我们担心的事情写下来，列出要做的事情)”可知，作者建议我们因为担心而难以入睡时，可以把担心的事情写下来，并列出要做的事情。选项F“In this way we can keep worries away and sleep better(这样我们就可以远离烦恼，睡得更好)”是上文内容的延续，指出当我们写下担心的事情和要做的事情后，我们就会远离烦恼，而这也与本段小标题“keep worries away”相一致。故选F。
2.答案：①-⑤EAGBD
解析：①根据下文By adjusting your sleep schedule to provide a few more hours of meaningful rest可判断空格处的内容是:克服懒惰的一个方法就是有充足的睡眠。故选E项。
②根据上文Others take a more positive approach, viewing each task as a challenge they must overcome alone.可知,懒惰常常出现在你觉得自己无法掌控自己的生活的时候,故选A项。
③根据下文Complete a few tasks and reward yourself with what you enjoy, such as a good dinner or a film.可知,你需要为自己创造奖励制度,就像父母为孩子做的一样,故选G项。
④根据上文laziness can be spread if not dealt with immediately和下文Be the first to collect and wash dishes after a meal.可知,懒惰可能会传递给你的配偶或小孩,要发挥榜样作用,如果家里一个人干活的话,其他人也会去做自己的事情,故选B项。
⑤根据下文Enough exercise and a balanced diet can help you to develop a healthy lifestyle可知,经常锻炼可以帮助你对抗懒惰,故选D项。
3.答案：①-⑤GEBDA
解析：①段首句往往为主题句。本段主要讲述要列举你经历过得愉快情绪。所以G选项“说出你在日常生活中经历过的积极情绪”符合语境。故选G。
②承接上句,此处应该用疑问句的形式列举你经历过的愉快时刻。故E选项“当你的朋友记住了你的生日,你会感到高兴吗 ”符合语境。故选E。
③下文讲述的全是有关“joy”的话题,所以,B选项“假设你想要感受到更多的快乐”与下文语义衔接。故选B。
④根据下句中“A positivity box is a collection of reminders...”可知,D选项“这时积极情绪箱就很有用了”正好起到引出话题的作用,D选项中的“when”与本段首句中的“Sometimes”语义衔接。故选D。
⑤段尾句对上文有总结归纳的作用,本段描述“positivity box”的使用方法,空格的上句列举了各种愉快的事件或时刻,所以A选项“积极情绪箱是一个积极的‘宝箱’”是对上句的归纳和总结。故选A。
4.答案：①-⑤FEAGB
解析：这是一篇说明文，文章主要介绍了培养智慧的几个方法。
①根据空后“It shines our way ahead towards the best decisions.(它照亮了我们做出最佳决定的道路)”可知，F项“为了在其中航行，智慧成为我们的指路明灯”符合语境，F项中“guiding light”与下文的“shines our way”呼应，故选F。
②根据空后“And how (怎么做呢？)”以及下文讲述了培养智慧的具体方法可知，E项“的确，个人需要拥有一点本身的智慧”与下文是顺接关系，符 合语境，故选E。
③上文“Never base your perspective on the most popular opinions.(永远不要把你的观点建立在最 流行的观点上)”提到，永远不要把你的观点建立在最流行的观点上，结合下文“Instead, train your mind to be a judgment-free space for ideas.(相反，训练你的大脑成为一个不受评判的思想空间)”可知，空处与下文是相反的内容，应是与上文并列，也是讲述不 要做什么，A项“也不要让它以情感为基础”符合语境，故选A。
④上文“A shortcut to do that is to have wise people as your tutors, with whom the more time you spend, the more transfer of knowledge there will be. Your tutors can be whoever is wiser than you.(要做到这一点，一个捷径就是找明智的人做你的导师，你和他们在一起的时间越多，知识的转移就越多。你的导师可以是任何比你聪明的人)”建议找一个比自己聪明的人做自己的导师，和他们在一起的时间越长，学到的知识就越多，G项“但在此之前，与他们 进行对话，找出原因”符合语境，先和导师对话找出 他们比自己聪明的原因，然后跟着他们学习，G项 中的“them”指代上文提到的“tutors”，故选G。
⑤根据本段内容“It is important to acknowledge that it takes a span of your life and continuous effort to mature in wisdom as you navigate life's challenges.(重要的是要认识到，当你面对生活 的挑战时，你需要一段时间的生活和不断的努力来 获得成熟的智慧)”可知，本段主要讲培养智慧需要时间和努力，B项“罗马不是一天建成的”符合语境， 故选B。
二、能力提升
5.答案：GBEFC
解析：①根据空前“Here’s the bad news…”及空后“They listen to each other. They read each other’s emotions.”可知，空项应该会提到“好消息”，否则前后文衔接不上，故G项符合。
②空前谈到因受传统观念的束缚，男孩懂事后倾向于掩饰自己的真实情感，并为之道歉。下文则谈到了他们到底该怎么做，故B项“因此，这才是他们应该做的”正好起到了承上启下的作用。
③根据空前…so stop blaming yourself.”及空后If you accept your own desire for close relationship in your life, you will find the friendship.”可知，空项应该有一个转折，故E项“相反，男孩应该突破那些画地为牢的陈腐观念”符合。
④根据本段的主题句“Get involved at tough moments.”及空后“But if you get involved at such moments”中的关键词tough可以快速锁定F项。
⑤本段主要是鼓励男孩在成人中寻找合适的模仿对象，故C项“亲近那些善于表达真实感情的成人”适合做这一段的主题句。
6.答案：GCFBD
解析：①根据下文It can also result in weak boundaries, problems with decision-making, and low self-worth.(它还可能导致边界薄弱、决策问题和自我价值低下)中的also推知,空处与下文并列,同样陈述取悦他人带来的坏处。G项"取悦他人的行为会导致精神和身体问题"符合语境,与下文构成并列关系。故选G。
②根据小标题Practice being alone(练习独处)可知,空处内容应与独处有关。C项"学会爱自己的陪伴"即独处,符合本段主旨,且在句式上与下文三个句子保持一致,都是祈使句。故选C。
③根据小标题Keep plans with yourself(为自己制定计划)可知,空处内容与自己制定计划有关。F项"你自己的计划和你和别人一起制定的计划一样重要"符合题意,引出下文Otherwise, you are sending a message to your brain that a plan you make with yourself does not hold as much value as a plan you make with someone else.(否则,你是在向你的大脑传递一个信息:你自己制定的计划不如你和别人制定的计划有价值)。故选F。
④根据上文If you’re a people-pleaser you may find it hard to say"no" because you feel it comes across as cruel or uncaring.(如果你是一个取悦别人的人,你可能会发现很难说"不",因为你觉得这让人觉得残忍或冷漠)"和下文Be clear, be direct, and use "I" statements. Try statements like: "I would really love to be able to help you, but unfortunately, I'm already committed at that time."(要清晰、直接,并使用"我"的陈述。试着这样说: "我真的很想帮助你,但不幸的是,我那时已经有约了。")可知,取悦别人的人很难直接说"不",但可以用比较委婉的方式,比如"我真的很想帮助你,但不幸的是,我那时已经有约了"。由此推知,空处应陈述不一定非要说"不"。B项"但绝对不是非得这样"符合语境,引出下文用比较委婉的拒绝方式。故选B。
⑤根据上文By consistently integrating these strategies into your life, I'm confident you'll break your people-pleasing habits.(通过不断地将这些策略融入你的生活中,我相信你会改掉取悦别人的习惯)推知,空处应陈述改掉取悦别人的习惯的结果。D项"你会发展出更健康、更相互依赖的关系"符合题意,且下文This will yield an overall improvement in self-confidence and life satisfaction.(这会使你的自信心和生活满意度得到全面提升)中的this指代选项中的"更健康、更相互依赖的关系"。故选D。
7.答案： C； D；F；A；G
解析：①推理判断题。根据前文Most of us assume those hyper-achievers who are always able to squeeze in their workout, eat healthy foods and pick their kids up on time must have superhuman self-control. But science points to a different answer(我们大多数人都认为，那些总是能够挤出时间锻炼、吃健康食品、按时接孩子的超级成就者一定有超人的自控力。但科学给出了不同的答案);以及后句The only catch is that building good habits takes effort and insight(唯一的问题是，养成好习惯需要努力和洞察力),可知表示"我们误以为意志力往往是习惯的自然结果"的选项C可以承接前文大多数人的错误观念，引出后句正确的介绍，故选C。
②推理判断题。根据前文Goals like "meditate regularly" are too abstract, research has shown(研究表明，像"定期冥想"这样的目标过于抽象),可知表示"你会受益于更具体地说明你的具体目标和频率"的选项D可以承接前文，介绍目标过于抽象不实用，要设立具体的目标，specific是关键词，故选D。
③推理判断题。根据上一个小标题1.Set a specific goal(设定具体目标);以及后文Scientists have proven that you'll make more progress toward your goal if you decide not just what you'll do, but when and where you'll be cued to do it(科学家们已经证明，如果你不仅决定要做什么,而且决定何时何地做，你就会朝着目标取得更多进展),可知表示"现在你已经确定了一个特定的目标，是时候想想什么会指引你坚持到底了"的选项F可以承接上一个标题，引出后文决定何时何地做的介绍，即设计详细且基于提示的计划，故选F。
④主题判断题。根据后文We're strongly influenced by the behaviors of the people around us, evidence shows. Want to start running regularly You're probably better off joining an established running club than asking a few friends who aren't yet in the habit of jogging to get in shape with you(证据表明，我们受到周围人行为的强烈影响。想开始定期跑步吗 你最好加入一个老牌跑步俱乐部，而不是邀请几个还没有慢跑习惯的朋友和你一起健身),可知表示"找到合适的社会支持"的选项A可以作为本段的主题，建议加入团体，从而获得社会支持，故选A。
⑤推理判断题。根据前文Research shows that temptation bundling improves follow-through; it transforms goal pursuit into a source of pleasure, not pain(研究表明，诱惑捆绑可以提高后续效果；它将追求目标转化为快乐而非痛苦的源泉),可知表示"例如，在健身房观看你最喜欢的节目，或者在烹饪健康膳食时欣赏你喜爱的播客"的选项G可以承接前文，构成例证关系，后文举例说明诱惑捆绑的作用，故选G。
8.答案：EACDG
解析：①设空处是对上文内容的补充。上文提到“你可能喜欢做很多事情，并且这些事情已经在生活中扎根, 使你意识不到它们的重要性”。E 项中的“other people might be able to give you some insight”呼应了下文“reach out to people and ask what reminds them of you”, 说明其他人可以帮助你发现哪些事情对你很重要，符合上下文逻辑。
②设空处需要承接上文，并引出下文关于与周围人交谈的建议。 上文提到“你一个人在地铁或酒吧等朋友时，很容易浏览社交媒体”，A 项“Resist that urge”旨在建议读者克制这种冲动, 顺理成章地引出下文“Instead, take the time to talk to the people around you.”, 提示应该与人交谈，而不是沉浸于社交媒体，符合上下文逻辑。
③设空处是该段小标题，需要引出本段的核心内容。该段讨论了个人关注的社会不公问题可能会帮你找到人生目标。C项中的“injustices that bother you”直接与下文“Is there anything that makes you deeply unhappy to think about ”相呼应, 符合段落的主题。
④设空处位于段中，上文提及了一些社会问题，下文讨论个人对社会问题的关注如何与职业和人生目标联系起来。D项“You don't necessarily have to engage in your purpose full- time.”提出了不一定要全职投入目标的观点， 合理解释了如何在现实生活中兼顾职业和追求目标, 与下文“your career gives you the ability and some time to afford to help a cause you feel passionate about”相呼应。
⑤上文“Consider what type of skills, talents, and passions you bring to the table.”这句话建议读者思考自己具备的技能、才华和激情, 而 G 项中的“brainstorm how you might turn your passion into something meaningful to you”则进一步扩展了这个思路, 建议读者去思考如何将这些激情和才华转化为有意义的事物。
三、拓展训练
9.答案：BGCDE
解析：①根据上文“Watching a movie can be a magical experience, but do you know that the music in the films we watch has always been an important part of creating that magical experience (看电影可能是一种神奇的体验，但你知道吗，我们看电影中的音乐一直是创造这种神奇体验的重要组成部分 )”可知，选项承接上文说明音乐的重要性。故B选项“如果没有它，很难想象会是什么样子”切题。故选B项。
②根据上文“The first commercial film with sound came out in 1927.(1927年，第一部有声商业电影问世)”可知，选项承接上文说明第一部有声商业电影问世以来音乐就与观影体验紧密相连了。故G选项“从那时起，音乐就与观影体验紧密相连”切题。故选G项。
③根据下文“In the same way, a film composer needs to support the screenplay’s storyline. (同样，电影作曲家也需要支持剧本的故事情节)”可知，选项与下文为并列关系，说明歌剧作曲要遵循的原则。故C选项“歌剧作曲家要遵循歌剧的文本”切题。故选C项。
④根据下文“But in many instances the emotional power of the visuals would not be as great were it not for the music. (但在许多情况下，如果没有音乐，视觉效果的情感力量就不会那么强大)”可知，空处与下文为转折关系，说明了作曲家和电影人不希望看到的效果。故D选项“通常情况下，作曲家和电影人都不想让音乐盖过电影的风头”切题。故选D项。
⑤根据下文“Ask yourself, “How would this scene feel if the music were different Is the composer trying to tell me how I should feel Or are they merely pushing me in an emotional direction ” (问问自己，“如果音乐不同，这个场景会有什么感觉 作曲家是想告诉我应该有什么感觉吗 还是他们只是在把我推向情绪化的方向 ”)”可知，要多多注意音乐要表达的作用。故E选项“所以下次你看电影的时候，要注意音乐”切题。故选E项。
10.答案：BFAEG
解析：①根据上文“Americans spent $186bn on them last year, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, covering everything from food and vet visits to toys and grooming. That is more than they spent on childcare. (根据美国经济分析局的数据，去年美国人在宠物上的支出为1860亿美元，涵盖了从食品、兽医到玩具和美容的方方面面。这比他们花在儿童保育上的钱还多。)”可知，上文提到美国人去年在宠物上的花费巨大，超过了托儿服务的支出。本空要强调宠物经济的繁荣，B选项“Catering to pets has become big business. (照顾宠物已经成为大生意)”能承接上文，符合题意。故选B。
②根据上文“Spending on pets rocketed through the COVID-19 pandemic.(在2019冠状病毒病大流行期间，宠物支出飙升。)”可知，上文提到疫情期间宠物支出激增，本空要解释这一现象的原因；F选项“Lonely people adopted animals and invested heavily in them at that time. (孤独的人们在那段时间收养了动物并大量投资在它们身上)”解释了疫情期间宠物支出增长的原因，能承接上文，符合题意。故选F。
③根据上文“Between 2019 and 2023, pet spending grew by a compound annual rate of 11%, in nominal terms, compared with 6% for consumer spending overall and 5% for pet spending over the preceding decade. (2019年至2023年期间，宠物支出的名义复合年增长率为11%，而在过去十年中，整体消费者支出的增长率为6%，宠物支出的增长率为5%。)”可知，上文提到宠物支出的增长率远高于整体消费支出和过去十年的宠物支出增长率。本空要展望未来的增长趋势，因此，A选项“Plenty more growth is yet to come. (还有更多的增长即将到来)”能承接上文，引出未来的增长预测，符合题意。故选A。
④根据上文“Consumers, wrestling lately with higher prices and a cooling job market, have been reluctant to employ tight budgets on their pets. Morgan Stanley, a bank, estimates pet spending in America, compared with other personal expenses, will grow by 2.5% this year. (最近，消费者正与物价上涨和就业市场降温作斗争，他们不愿在宠物身上投入紧张的预算。摩根斯坦利银行估计，与其他个人开支相比，今年美国的宠物开支将增长2.5%。)”可知，上文提到尽管面临经济压力，宠物支出仍将继续增长。由下文“The pet business proved similarly strong during the global financial crisis of 2007-2009. (在2007-2009年的全球金融危机期间，宠物业同样表现强劲。)”可知，宠物经济在过去和未来都表现出强劲的增长势头。本空要进一步突出宠物支出的增长这一点，E选项“It is well ahead of estimates for other spending like clothes. (这远远超过了服装等其他支出的估计。)”进一步强调了宠物支出的增长速度，能承上启下，符合题意。故选E。
⑤根据上文“Morgan Stanley forecasts that annual spending will rise to around $260bn by 2030, consistent with its pre-pandemic growth trend. (摩根士丹利预测，到2030年，年度支出将增至2600亿美元左右，与疫情前的增长趋势一致。)”可知，上文提到宠物经济在过去和未来都表现出强劲的增长势头。本空要解释这种增长背后的原因，由下文“Owners increasingly see themselves as parents, not masters. “Pets have gone from the backyard to the living room to the bedroom,” says Loic Moutault, head of the pet division at Mars. (业主们越来越把自己视为父母，而不是主人。宠物已经从后院走到客厅，再到卧室，玛氏宠物部主管洛伊克·穆奥特说。)”可知，宠物与人类的关系发生了变化，宠物越来越被视为家庭成员，本空应解释关系发生了变化是增长背后的原因。因此，G选项“Behind that is a shift in the relationship between pets and humans. (这背后是宠物与人类关系的变化)”引出了对宠物与人类关系变化的讨论，能承上启下，符合题意。故选G。
11.答案：BAGDF
解析：①联系上文题。根据上文In Chinese traditional architecture，a skywell is an open courtyard or well-like space usually located at the heart of a building or group of buildings（在中国传统建筑中，天井是一个开放的庭院或井状空间，通常位于建筑物或建筑群的中心。）可知这是在介绍天井的位置。因此B项"它通常是一个被建筑的房间和侧翼包围的广场。"符合语境。故选B。
②联系上文题。根据上文Cool air is drawn into the building from the lower levels，and warm air escapes and rises through the upper levels（冷空气从低层吸入建筑，暖空气从高层逸出并上升。）可知本空应与空气的流动有关。因此A项"这促进了新鲜空气的流动，尤其是在炎热的夏天。"符合语境。故选A。
③语境衔接题。根据上文During the day，the courtyard absorbs heat from the sun，acting as a thermal mass.（白天，庭院从太阳吸收热量，充当热质。）和下文This day-night cycle helps maintain a balanced and consistent temperature indoors.（这种昼夜循环有助于保持室内平衡一致的温度。）可知本空应该讲述夜间的状况。因此G项"夜间室外温度下降，储存的热量逐渐释放。"符合语境。故选G。
④联系上文题。根据上文A recent study has shown that the most significant part of a skywell's cooling effect comes from these water bodies（天井冷却效果的最重要部分来自这些水体。）可知这就是建筑物温度降低的原因。因此D项"这可能是它们周围的温度低2.6℃到4.2℃的原因。"符合语境。故选D。
⑤段落大意题。根据下文One fitting example is the National Heavy Vehicle Engineering Technology Research Centre in Jinan，an 18-story building that has a giant open space at its heart from the fifth floor to the top floor.（一个恰当的例子是位于济南的国家重型车辆工程技术研究中心，这是一座18层的建筑，从第五层到顶层，其中心有一个巨大的开放空间。）可知这是古代建筑物的智慧的体现。因此F项"天井的魔力见证了古代建筑者的智慧。"符合语境。故选F。
12.答案：GABDE
解析：本文是一篇议论文。文章建议将后悔作为成长的机会，而不是负担。通过改变对后悔的看法，我们可以从中学习，提升自己，将其作为我们通往更真实、更充实的生活道路上的伙伴，而不是被负面情绪困扰。
①前文“The psychological weight of regret can be a heavy burden, impacting mental wellbeing and influencing future decision-making.(后悔的心理重量可能是一个沉重的负担，干扰心理健康，影响未来的决策。)”指出后悔对我们的负面影响，后文“We will discover how, with the right mind-set, we can embrace regrets as stepping stones to a richer and more fulfilling life.(我们会发现，有了正确的心态，我们可以把后悔当作通往更丰富、更充实生活的垫脚石。)”提到正确的心态对处理后悔心理的积极作用，因此G项“But what if we could view it not as a source of pain but a guide to growth (但如果我们不把它视为痛苦的来源，而是成长的指南呢 )”符合语境，提议用积极的眼光看待后悔心理，和前文构成转折，引出后文，其中的it指代前文的regret。故选G。
②后文“But its contradiction lies in its potential to be a powerful force for positive change. (但它的矛盾之处在于，它有可能成为一股推动积极变革的强大力量。)”提到与前文不同的情况，指出某事物也有可能产生积极影响，因此A项“Regret is often associated with negative emotions.(后悔通常与负面情绪有关。)”符合语境，提到后悔通常是负面的，与后文构成转折，其中的Regret是后文的its指代的对象。故选A。
③前文“The very existence of regret is a sign of our capacity for self-reflection and growth.(后悔的存在是我们自我反省和成长能力的标志。)”指出后悔意味着自我反省和成长，后文“In other words, it can help recognise that this complex emotion can be an activator for personal transformation. (换句话说，它可以帮助认识到这种复杂的情绪可以成为个人转变的催化剂。)”以不同的方式重复前面已经说过的内容，指出某件事的重要作用，因此B项“Reorganizing narrative about regrets can improve the capacity. (重新整理关于后悔的叙述可以提高这种能力。)”符合语境，指出回溯后悔的想法可以提高自我反省和成长的能力，承上启下，其中的capacity在前文有同词复现。故选B。
④前文“Coping with regret requires a mix of emotional recovery, self-sympathy and proactive decision-making.(应对后悔需要情绪恢复、自我同情和积极主动地决策。)”总的指出应对后悔需要做的事情，后文“Instead of focusing on what went wrong and blaming ourselves, consider what valuable insights and strengths we have gained from the experience. (不要把注意力集中在哪里出了问题，责怪自己，想想我们从经历中获得了什么有价值的见解和力量。)”具体说明不要苛责自己，而是要从中看到积极的一面，因此D项“Treat ourselves with the same kindness we would offer to a friend. (像对待朋友一样善待自己。)”符合语境，建议要善待自己，承上启下。故选D。
⑤前文“Embracing regrets involves acknowledging their presence and understanding their differences.(欣然接受后悔包括承认它们的存在和理解它们的不同。)”指出欣然接受后悔需要承认后悔的存在，并理解它们，因此E项“Additionally, it contains transforming them into activator for growth.(此外，它还包括将它们转化为成长的催化剂。)”符合语境，进一步指出需要将后悔转化为成长的动力，承接前文，其中的it指代前文的Embracing regrets，them指代前文的regrets。故选E。